Your role and responsibilities
A successful candidate will provide technical leadership to a multidisciplinary team of engineers and scientists, defining and executing the process integration strategy for IBM's next generations of quantum processors. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience and recognized expertise in advanced semiconductor and quantum processor manufacturing, with a proven track record of developing, integrating, and scaling complex fabrication processes in a production environment.
The candidate will independently lead cross-functional programs across research, development, and manufacturing organizations, driving technical decision-making and resource allocation to achieve aggressive performance, yield, and scalability targets. This role requires deep understanding of quantum device fabrication, process integration, manufacturing variability, and yield optimization, as well as the ability to identify and implement innovative process solutions that advance qubit performance and manufacturability.
The candidate is expected to serve as a subject matter expert in quantum processor manufacturing, influencing technical direction across the organization and mentoring both engineers and scientists. They will communicate results through high-impact patents, publications, and executive-level technical reviews, while representing IBM as a recognized leader at industry conferences, professional societies, and external collaborations.
Required education
Master's Degree
Preferred education
Doctorate Degree
Required technical and professional expertise
- Master's degree in Engineering, or related experience.
- Proven technical leadership with material and process engineering especially as it relates to Qubit Processor manufacturing.
- Experience with leading cross-functional project and/or program management.
OTHER RELEVANT JOB DETAILS
IBM offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program. Eligible employees may have access to:
- Healthcare benefits including medical & prescription drug coverage, dental, vision, and mental health & well being
- Financial programs such as 401(k), cash balance pension plan, the IBM Employee Stock Purchase Plan, financial counseling, life insurance, short & long- term disability coverage, and opportunities for performance based salary incentive programs
- Generous paid time off including 12 holidays, minimum 56 hours sick time, 120 hours vacation, 12 weeks parental bonding leave in accordance with IBM Policy, and other Paid Care Leave programs. IBM also offers paid family leave benefits to eligible employees where required by applicable law
- Training and educational resources on our personalized, AI-driven learning platform where IBMers can grow skills and obtain industry-recognized certifications to achieve their career goals
- Diverse and inclusive employee resource groups, giving & volunteer opportunities, and discounts on retail products, services & experiences
We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable law.
This position was posted on the date cited in the key job details section and is anticipated to remain posted for 21 days from this date or less if not needed to fill the role.
IBM will not be providing visa sponsorship for this position now or in the future. Therefore, in order to be considered for this position, you must have the ability to work without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.
The compensation range and benefits for this position are based on a full-time schedule for a full calendar year. The salary will vary depending on your job-related skills, experience and location. Pay increment and frequency of pay will be in accordance with employment classification and applicable laws. For part time roles, your compensation and benefits will be adjusted to reflect your hours. Benefits may be pro-rated for those who start working during the calendar year.
